Saturday, 20 November 2010

Thought I'd share this with you. If you're interested in going to these events, go for it. It'll be good for you to gain more knowledge on Islam (seeing that majority of us are Muslims in Southampton)

Southampton Islamic Society are having several events next week. Here is the agenda:Monday 22 November

In conjuction to the University's Interfaith Week, we are having a debate on Science and Religion. The distinguished speaker, Brother Adnan Rashid is representing ISoc for this event. Do try to come along as he is a very knowledgeable person and inshAllah it will be a very heated debate!

Details:

Time: 14:00-16:00Venue: SUSU Cube

Tuesday 23 November

Talk on one of the four great imams: The life of Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal. Details:

Time: 18:00-20:00

Venue: Building 7, Room 3009

Wednesday 24 November

ISoc is having an eid-ul-adha celebration with entertainment: 2 nasyeed artists, quizzes with prizes and most importantly FOOD!

Tickets for the event is £7! Take an evening out to celebrate with the rest of the Muslim community in Southampton:)

Monday, 8 November 2010

Assalamu alaikum warahmahtullah wabarakatuhu (Peace and blessings of Allah be upon you all),

As you may be aware the month of Dhul-Hijjah 1431 starts today Monday 8/11/10 and thus Eid-ul-Adha is expected on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah (Tuesday 16/11/10) with the day of Arafah on Monday 15 November 2010.

The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) has said: "There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allaah than these ten days..." (Bukhari) so strive hard to perform as many righteous acts during these days.

The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) has also said: "There are no days greater in the sight of Allaah and in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Him than these ten days, so during this time recite Tahleel ("La ilaaha ill-Allaah"), Takbeer ("Allaahu akbar") and Tahmeed ("Alhamdulilah") abunduntly." (Ahmad).

One of the best acts of worship a muslim can do is fast for the sake of Allah which in addition will multiply the reward of his good deeds in that state; "Allaah the almighty says: ‘All the deeds of the son of Adam are for him, except for fasting, which is for Me and I am the One Who will reward him for it." (Bukhari)

These ten days include the day of Arafah on which Allaah perfected His Religion. Fasting on this day will expiate for the sins of two years (those committed in the preceding year and those that will be committed in the following) (An-Nisaa’i, Abu Dawood).

Hence dear respected brothers and sisters, hasten to perform good deeds and fast for the sake of Allah. These days only appear annually and nobody knows if they will see the following day never mind the next year.

Monday, 1 November 2010

The ultimate vision of Charity Week is to become a vehicle to inspire Muslim students to become active, socially engaged and united upon Islam. Raising money to help countless Orphans & Needy Children across the World - a beautiful bonus! All donations will be given to the Islamic Relief charity. Give your full support and give a donation, even if it's just a pound.

Islamic Relief is an international aidand development charity, which aims to alleviate the suffering of the world's poorest people. It is an independent Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) founded in the UK in 1984 by Dr Hany El Banna.

As well as responding to disasters and emergencies, Islamic Relief promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities - regardless of race, religion or gender.